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03 Dec 2026Free event
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Hamza will be wrapping up the Artspace Aotearoa 2026 programme “which history?” by placing the range of programming and collections held at the Gallery into the context of the exhibition Monuments held at The Brick, Los Angeles earlier this year. This exhibition featured a selection of decommissioned monuments alongside works of contemporary art that address American history and national identity. Eight years in the making, this exhibition marked the last several years of monument removals as an historic occasion. In presenting the monuments in dialogue with contemporary artworks, the exhibition aimed to build understanding of American history, while considering the ramifications in today’s world.
What to expect
The evening begins with a welcome from Dr Zara Stanhope, Director of Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki, who will introduce Hamza Walker and share why his work and ideas are significant within our local context.
Hamza Walker will then present his talk which will explore ideas around art, history and how we understand collections today.
The evening will conclude with a Q&A with Hamza Walker, led by Ruth Buchanan.
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Local tip
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Visit outside weekend and school-holiday mornings for a quieter experience, or head along during relaxed hours on most Tuesdays from 3pm to 5pm.
Getting there
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Auckland Art Gallery is on the corner of Kitchener and Wellesley Streets in the city centre. Te Waihorotiu Station is around a 5-minute walk away, while Waitematā Station and the ferry terminal are around a 15-minute walk. The OuterLink also stops nearby on Wellesley Street East. For more transport information, check out our Getting Around page.
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